Treatment of Stimulant Use Disorders

The Evidence-Based Resource Guide Series is a comprehensive set of modules with resources to improve health outcomes for people at risk for, with, or recovering from mental and/or substance use disorders. It is designed for practitioners, administrators, community leaders, and others considering an intervention for their organization or community. A priority topic for SAMHSA is encouraging practices that reduce stimulant use, lower the risk of overdose, and promote recovery from stimulant use disorders. This guide reviews the literature and science, examines evidence-based practices, determines key components of those practices, identifies challenges and strategies for implementation, and discusses evaluation of implemented evidence-based practices. The purpose of this document is to identify potential treatment strategies and evidence-based practices for stimulant use disorders and does not include all resources required for implementation of those practices.